Krush® Hops: Profile & Substitutions

Description

Krush® was bred by Hop Breeding Company and was known as HBC 586. Per the HBC's goal, this hop produces high yields, good storage stability, and is resistant to disease and pests. Released to the public in 2024.

The profile of Krush® makes it suitable for just about any style and plays well with other hops as well.

At A Glance

Profile Citrus and tropical fruit: orange, mango, guava, peach, mixed berry and woody resin.
Purpose Dual: Aroma and Bittering
Alpha Acid 10.1 - 14.1%
Pairs with Cashmere, Citra®, El Dorado®, Mosaic®, Strata™
Beer Styles IPA and lighter lagers due to versatility of the hop.

General Information

Country United States
Alias HBC 586
Storage Stability
High

Brewing Chemistry (Acids & Oils)

Alpha Acid 10.1 - 14.1%
Beta Acid 6.3 - 9.4%
Cohumulone 35.5 - 39.5%
Total Oil 1.5 - 3.0 ml/100g
Myrcene 35.0 - 55.0%
Caryophyllene 9.0 - 18.0%
Linalool 0.0 - 1.2%
Geraniol 0.0 - 0.3%

Growth & Cultivation

Maturity Mid to late season

Krush Aroma/Flavor Profile

Discovery Tags

Flavor/Aroma
Berry Citrus Guava Mango Orange Peach Tropical Fruit Woody Resin.
Variety Name
Cashmere Citra El Dorado Mosaic Strata
Origin
United States
Breeding/Supplier
Hop Breeding Company
Last Updated
  • 2026-01-14 14:11:10
Source(s)

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Explanations
  • Storage: is based on the percentage of alpha acids remaining after 6 months at 20*F.
  • Oil composition percetages are based on the total percentage of oil in the hop. Example: 10 - 20% means that for the specific oil it is 10 - 20% of the overall oil make up.